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Volt Funded Launches Globally with Evaluation Program Offering Up to 90% Profit Share

A new kind of prop firm where traders prove their skills risk-free, with no personal funds on the line, and earn up to 90% of the profits when they pass.

PU Prime Expands Gold Trading with the Launch of XAUUSD247

PU Prime has launched XAUUSD247, a new offering that enables clients to trade gold 24 hours a day, seven days a week on MT5. Gold remains one of the world’s most actively traded safe-haven assets, with prices responding rapidly to geopolitical events, central bank policies, inflation expectations, and shifts in investor sentiment.

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Hormuz, Malacca and other key straits spawn tensions throughout history

Hormuz and a handful of maritime straits around the world have served as the linchpin of global trade since the 16th century and have fuelled geopolitical rivalries throughout history.

AI boom lifts Mexico tech exports, complicating Trump trade goals

The United States' frenzied rush to build out AI infrastructure has boosted exports of Mexican technology, complicating President Donald Trump's hand heading into trade negotiations.

French parliament backs social media ban for under-15s in EU first

France's parliament on Tuesday approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to bar children from apps such as TikTok.

Trump 'not finished' with Iran as Tehran steps up strikes

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States was not finished attacking Iran, as Tehran stepped up its strikes across the Middle East.

French senators back social media ban for under-15s

France's parliament on Tuesday was set to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to bar children from apps such as TikTok.

Airbus pushes ahead with future single-aisle jet, hydrogen plane

With its extended, foldable "wing of tomorrow" unveiled Tuesday at the Farnborough airshow, Airbus is moving closer to the 2030 launch of its new single-aisle aircraft, Bruno Fichefeux, head of future programs at Airbus, told AFP.

French lawmakers set to ban social media for under-15s in European first

French lawmakers on Tuesday were set to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15, putting France at the forefront of such efforts in the European Union.

Stocks rise despite climbing oil prices

Stock markets rose Tuesday as technology shares rebounded further, while oil prices climbed as Iran targeted US radar and air defence installations in the Gulf.

General Motors lifts 2026 outlook despite hit from electric retreat

General Motors raised its full-year profit forecast on Tuesday after reporting solid quarterly results on strong vehicle pricing that offset a hit from costs tied to winding down electric vehicle investments.

Philippines, China summon ambassadors over clash in disputed waters

The Philippines and China summoned each other's ambassadors on Tuesday following a clash at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, which sparked condemnation of Beijing by Manila's allies.

Stock markets, oil prices climb

Stock markets rose Tuesday, with rebounding technology share prices helping Asian indices in particular.

South Africa's anti-migrant unrest sparks smalltown suspicion, fear

Armoured vehicles carried around 20 soldiers through a rundown area outside South Africa's normally calm seaside town of Jeffreys Bay, back up for police after an explosion of anti-migrant violence.

Iran steps up attacks in return to war with US

Iran stepped up its attacks in the Middle East on Tuesday, two weeks after its war with the United States resumed, with sirens sounding in Bahrain and Jordan announcing it had intercepted two waves of missiles and drones.

New UK govt tackles cost of living with energy tax cut

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Tuesday kickstarted his programme to ease the cost of living for millions of Britons by planning to remove tax on household electricity bills.

Novartis says buoyed by new treatments in second quarter

Swiss pharmaceuticals giant Novartis said Tuesday that group sales exceeded expectations in the second quarter of 2026, on the back of a range of new products.

South Korea president urges regulator action on leveraged stock funds

South Korea's president urged financial watchdogs to take "necessary measures" over new highly speculative investment products tied to the fortunes of the nation's AI chipmakers after share price declines left investors nursing losses.

For Ukraine's drones, names are part of the battle

Some intercept drones attack Ukrainian cities, while others strike oil refineries hundreds of kilometres away in Russia. But Ukrainian drones are also known for their unconventional names, with humour becoming part of psychological warfare.

Countries move to ban social media for children

Lawmakers in France are scheduled to vote on Tuesday to ban social media for under-15s -- one of 20 countries worldwide to have proposed or introduced such measures.

Asia stocks up as chip stocks recover, oil eases

Asian stocks mostly rebounded after days of losses on Tuesday led by technology shares, while oil prices eased slightly even as Iran said it had struck hit US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait.

French youth social media ban meets age check conundrum

France's parliament is weighing a social media ban for under-15s, following in the footsteps of Australia and Indonesia, although enforcement authorities are facing a puzzle on how to manage age checks.

French lawmakers expected to approve social media ban for under-15s

French lawmakers are expected to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15 on Tuesday, putting France at the forefront of similar efforts in the European Union.

Rubio in Philippines as US condemns 'dangerous' China actions

The United States condemned "dangerous and aggressive actions" by China following a clash with the Philippine navy in the South China Sea, as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Manila on Tuesday for a meeting of Southeast Asian nations.

Business of Dance Mentees and Enola Bedard Join Shakira for the FIFA World Cup Halftime Show

Four dancers from the Business of Dance mentorship program joined Enola Bedard, Eseniia Mikheeva, the Ghetto Kids and Shakira for the FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show in New York.

US judge suspends Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.

A federal judge in California on Monday ordered Paramount Skydance and Warner Brothers Discovery to temporarily pause their merger while a case brought by multiple states challenging the deal moves forward.

Leasing firm SMBC orders 200 planes from Airbus and Boeing

Leasing firm SMBC Aviation Capital ordered 200 new medium-sized aircraft from Boeing and Airbus at the start of the landmark Farnborough Air Show on Monday, the companies said.

US gasoline costs back at $4 a gallon as Mideast war reignites

US gasoline prices jumped back to an average of $4 per gallon Monday, according to the AAA motor club, as Iran said it was fighting a "full-scale war" with the United States while both sides intensified attacks.

MEXC Launches 0-Fee Stock Futures Campaign With $5,000,000 SNDK Prize Pool

MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, announced the launch of a new Stock Futures campaign, offering users the opportunity to share $5,000,000 in SNDK Position Airdrops. The campaign is designed to empower users to seize opportunities in the US stock market by reducing trading costs and offering meaningful rewards.

Ryanair quarterly profit slides on Mideast war impact

Irish no-frills airline Ryanair on Monday said net profit slumped 34 percent in its first quarter as the Middle East conflict sent jet-fuel prices soaring and impacted ticket sales.

Iran says fighting 'full-scale war' with US

Iran is fighting a "full-scale war" with the United States, its president said Monday, as Washington expanded its strikes across the Islamic republic including a city hosting a nuclear power plant.

Boeing gets order for 100 737 MAX jets from leasing company SMBC

US aircraft maker Boeing said Monday that it has received an order for 100 of its 737 MAX jets from leasing company SMBC Aviation Capital.

New Mideast fighting keeps eurozone rate-setters on edge

Fresh fighting in the Middle East and renewed energy price rises have thrown a curveball at the European Central Bank as policymakers mull whether to hike interest rates again this week.

Survivors warn of loopholes in Hong Kong sexual offence reforms

Hong Kong NGO worker Jessie recalled freezing in panic when she said she was sexually assaulted by an acquaintance one summer, unable to resist while he proceeded without her consent.

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